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Niter

Niter has several uses, from a fertilizer to a reverse aphrodisiac.

Chemical Formula: KNO₃

Other names: Potassium nitrate -alpha

Layman's explanation: Niter is a large white or grey, encrusting mineral found on the surfaces and floors of caves, in arid desert regions. It is very soluble in water and gives a violet flame in a flame test. During the War of 1812, niter, also known as saltpeter, was mined for gunpowder manufacturing. Today it is used as a fertilizer, a mineral specimen, and is sometimes used as a reverse aphrodisiac to reduce sexual desire in men.

Keywords: soluble, flame test, saltpeter

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